Christopher Bailey
Former President & Chief Creative Officer, Burberry
With Angela Ahrendts, he transformed a staid British label into a coveted luxury megabrand with a focus on digital innovation.


News Bites | Gosha Rubchinskiy Launches Burberry Collaboration
In today's News Bites, Gosha Rubchinskiy and Burberry debuted a new partnership at Rubchinskiy's rave-themed Spring/Summer 2018 show in Saint Petersburg on Friday.

News Bites | Gosha Rubchinskiy Launches Burberry Collaboration
In today's News Bites, Gosha Rubchinskiy and Burberry debuted a new partnership at Rubchinskiy's rave-themed Spring/Summer 2018 show in Saint Petersburg on Friday.

The Future of Graduate Fashion Week
Graduate Fashion Week already connects thousands of students with industry recruiters, but is only just beginning to recognise its digital and global potential.

The Future of Graduate Fashion Week
Graduate Fashion Week already connects thousands of students with industry recruiters, but is only just beginning to recognise its digital and global potential.

Op-Ed | Burberry Needs a Creative Cure
While Burberry reported it generated cash of $897.6 million for the year ended March 31, there is little to console investors elsewhere in the business as it still has a mountain to climb to make itself a millennial must-have.

Op-Ed | Burberry Needs a Creative Cure
While Burberry reported it generated cash of $897.6 million for the year ended March 31, there is little to console investors elsewhere in the business as it still has a mountain to climb to make itself a millennial must-have.

Burberry Profit Falls 21 Percent Ahead of New CEO Arrival
The company reported its full year pre-tax profit dropped to $599 million, on an underlying basis, underscoring the challenge that faces Marco Gobbetti when he becomes CEO in July.

Burberry Profit Falls 21 Percent Ahead of New CEO Arrival
The company reported its full year pre-tax profit dropped to $599 million, on an underlying basis, underscoring the challenge that faces Marco Gobbetti when he becomes CEO in July.

Roberto Cavalli Names New Creative Director
Roberto Cavalli has appointed Paul Surridge its new creative director, replacing Peter Dundas, who left the label in October 2016.

Roberto Cavalli Names New Creative Director
Roberto Cavalli has appointed Paul Surridge its new creative director, replacing Peter Dundas, who left the label in October 2016.

Burberry to Move 300 Roles Out of London Headquarters
The British luxury brand said its new office in Leeds would open in October and would help to consolidate back-office operations and cut costs.

Burberry to Move 300 Roles Out of London Headquarters
The British luxury brand said its new office in Leeds would open in October and would help to consolidate back-office operations and cut costs.

Over 8,640 Stores to Close in US, Signalling Sea Change in Retail
With American store closings on track to surpass their 2008 peak, only the smart will survive.

Over 8,640 Stores to Close in US, Signalling Sea Change in Retail
With American store closings on track to surpass their 2008 peak, only the smart will survive.

Op-Ed | For Burberry, a Brexit Boost Is not Enough
Burberry has benefited from the slump in sterling that has made its checked scarves cheaper to travelling consumers. But that wasn't enough to offset difficulties elsewhere.

Op-Ed | For Burberry, a Brexit Boost Is not Enough
Burberry has benefited from the slump in sterling that has made its checked scarves cheaper to travelling consumers. But that wasn't enough to offset difficulties elsewhere.

How Ralph Lauren and Burberry Are Fighting for Their Future
The two iconic fashion brands are shifting their strategies in the face of setbacks. Will it be enough?

How Ralph Lauren and Burberry Are Fighting for Their Future
The two iconic fashion brands are shifting their strategies in the face of setbacks. Will it be enough?

Burberry Retreats on Beauty Strategy, Signs Deal with Coty
The move is a major reversal in strategy after Burberry took its beauty business in-house four years ago.

Burberry Retreats on Beauty Strategy, Signs Deal with Coty
The move is a major reversal in strategy after Burberry took its beauty business in-house four years ago.
What is The BoF 500?
The people shaping the global fashion industry, curated by the editors of The Business of Fashion, based on nominations and on-the-ground intelligence from around the world.




